Fernando Sandoval Garza

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Fernando Sandoval Garza is a rising scholar at the intersection of human-robot interaction and augmented reality. His research investigates how AR technologies can bridge the gap between physical and virtual robotic systems, enabling richer, more intuitive communication. His most-cited work, "Crossing Reality: Comparing Physical and Virtual Robot Deixis" (2023, 12 citations), explores how AR can empower physically limited robots to perform non-verbal cues like deictic gestures—pointing, referencing, and directing attention—that were previously impossible. This foundational study demonstrates how virtual overlays can enhance a robot’s expressive capabilities without requiring costly hardware upgrades. By systematically comparing human responses to physical and virtual deictic actions, Sandoval Garza provides critical insights for designing more natural, socially aware robotic interfaces. His work is particularly impactful for researchers developing assistive robots, collaborative manufacturing systems, and immersive teleoperation platforms. Though early in his career, his contributions are shaping the future of mixed-reality robotics, offering a roadmap for how virtual elements can augment physical agency. For students and researchers, Sandoval Garza’s research represents a compelling frontier where perception, embodiment, and interaction design converge.